The National Disability Insurance Scheme has done a commendable job in transforming the way disability support and services are provided to people with disabilities. The NDIS support and services are crucial in helping its participants develop their decision- making abilities, which in turn empowers them to exercise choice, control, and the ability to speak up for themselves. But the NDIS support cannot replace the benefits that independent advocacy support can provide for a person with a disability.

Disability advocacy is the practice of taking action, speaking, or writing to advance, defend, and uphold the human rights of those with disabilities. An independent advocate is a person, without any conflict of interest, who takes action in accordance with the stated requests, will, choice and rights of people with disabilities. This is especially helpful for those who do not have access to informal advocacy through friends and family and are unable to advocate for themselves because of complex disability challenges. Australian federal government, together with a few state and territory governments, provides funding for independent advocacy on behalf of people with disabilities.Independent advocates Aastha Community Services understand the importance of Independent Disability Advocacy in protecting the rights of our participants. The National Disability Advocacy Program (NDAP), created by the Department of Social Services of the Australian government, provides effective advocacy for individuals with disabilities. Contact us today to know more about independent disability advocacy and our other support and services.

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